Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781118345009
Author: Gerard J. Tortora
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 11, Problem 4CP
Define the roles of the prime mover (agonist), antagonist, synergist, and fixator in producing various movements of the free upper limb.
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24. Which muscles are part of the...Ch. 11 - What are the superior extensor retinaculum and...Ch. 11 - How do the intrinsic muscles of the hand and foot...
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